Someone I know died suddenly from an unexpected heart attack at the age of 73. She had no history of heart trouble and seemed to be in good health. Will there be a post-mortem or will the hospital doctor sign the death certificate? I believe she was taken to hospital in an ambulance but died almost as soon as she arrived, having lost consciousness on the way.
This isn't a close acquaintance, btw. I am just morbidly wondering what happens in such circumstances and don't like to ask anyone in RL for fear of causing distress. I can't find definitive answers on Google.
Thanks to anyone who can explain and I hope I haven't caused distress to anyone in asking.
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Any doctor or medical bod know the answer to this question about post-mortems? (sorry).
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abraid · 30/06/2009 15:25
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